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bournemouth Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
07:46am

Swell

2ft

12s

Cross-offshore wind

Cross

7mph

Falling tide

Low

12:47pm

Weather

8°C

9°C

5/4mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 18 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 12s	0-1ft 5s	Cross 6mph 7mph	0-1ft 5s	7°C
2ft 12s	1ft 12s	Cross 7mph 7mph	1ft 12s	8°C
2ft 12s	1ft 14s	Cross 7mph 7mph	1ft 14s	8°C
2ft 12s	1ft 15s	Cross 7mph 7mph	1ft 15s	8°C
2ft 12s	0-1ft 10s	Cross 8mph 8mph	0-1ft 10s	8°C
2ft 11s	0-1ft 2s	Cross 8mph 9mph	0-1ft 2s	8°C
2ft 11s	1ft 6s	Cross 9mph 10mph	1ft 6s	8°C
2ft 11s	1-2ft 13s	Cross 8mph 8mph	1-2ft 13s	8°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	1ft 18s	Cross 3mph 5mph	1ft 18s	7°C
0-2ft 5s	1ft 17s	Cross 6mph 8mph	1ft 17s	8°C
1-2ft 9s	1-2ft 17s	On 7mph 8mph	1-2ft 17s	8°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 15s	1ft 6s	On 14mph 16mph	1ft 6s	9°C
2ft 15s	2ft 9s	On 12mph 14mph	2ft 9s	9°C
2ft 14s	2ft 9s	On 12mph 14mph	2ft 9s	10°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 12s	1ft 12s	Cross 10mph 10mph	1ft 12s	9°C
2ft 12s	1ft 10s	Cross 9mph 8mph	1ft 10s	8°C
1ft 11s		Cross 6mph 7mph	Flat	8°C

Wednesday 22 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 13s	0-1ft 6s	Cross 16mph 17mph	0-1ft 6s	8°C 0.14mm/h
2ft 13s	0-1ft 5s	Cross 18mph 19mph	0-1ft 5s	8°C 0.36mm/h
2ft 12s	1ft 7s	Off 21mph 23mph	1ft 7s	8°C 0.24mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 11s	2ft 6s	Cross 11mph 13mph	2ft 6s	7°C
1ft 8s	1-2ft 6s	Cross 10mph 12mph	1-2ft 6s	7°C
1ft 3s	1ft 5s	Cross 6mph 8mph	1ft 5s	8°C

Friday 24 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	1ft 8s	On 20mph 26mph	1ft 8s	9°C 0.19mm/h
Flat		Cross 28mph 36mph	Flat	9°C 1.16mm/h
0-1ft 8s		Cross 37mph 52mph	Flat	10°C 1.61mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 9s	On 30mph 41mph	Flat	9°C 0.25mm/h
1-2ft 15s	On 29mph 39mph	Flat	9°C 0.39mm/h
2ft 14s	On 27mph 36mph	Flat	9°C 0.17mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 12s	1ft 6s	On 24mph 33mph	1ft 6s	9°C 0.08mm/h
3ft 13s		On 22mph 28mph	Flat	9°C 0.08mm/h
2-3ft 12s		On 21mph 27mph	Flat	9°C 0.11mm/h

Monday 27 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 12s		Cross 50mph 72mph	Flat	10°C 1.78mm/h
1-2ft 12s		On 54mph 78mph	Flat	10°C 1.64mm/h
0-1ft 8s	0-1ft 20s	On 51mph 72mph	0-1ft 20s	10°C 0.67mm/h

Historical data

Location guide

Bournemouth, a popular seaside resort on the southern coast of England, is notable for its surfing conditions. Although it cannot compete with world-class destinations like Hawaii or Australia, the surf in Bournemouth provides an exciting and user-friendly experience for both beginner and intermediate surfers. Being adjacent to the English Channel, Bournemouth's surfing conditions are predominantly dependent on the prevailing wind conditions. The wind tends to blow from the South and South West quite often, generating rideable waves for surfers. The warmer months between April and October typically provide the most consistent conditions for surfing, with swells reaching between 2 to 5 feet on a good day. Bournemouth's sandy beach break offers safe and forgiving surf conditions ideal for beginners or those seeking to improve their skills without the dangers of a rocky outcrop or heavy rip currents. While the power of the waves might not be suitable for advanced surfers seeking an adrenaline rush, the waves' fun and playful nature provides ample opportunities for intermediate surfers to cut their teeth on trickier maneuvers and refine their techniques. One unique feature of Bournemouth is the presence of the UK's first artificial surf reef at Boscombe, Bournemouth. While the surf reef has had mixed reviews and varied success, it does produce a wave under specific conditions. When it works, surfers can experience a far quicker and more challenging ride than the beach break alone. Bournemouth's approach to facilities and surf culture can't be understated. There are a plethora of surf schools and rental shops near the beach, making it convenient for those without their own equipment. Local surf schools are beneficial, especially for beginners, providing valuable insights into surf etiquette, wave judgment, and effective paddling techniques. In conclusion, while Bournemouth might not produce world-class waves, it's a fantastic place to learn and consistently surf. Its welcoming environment, combined with decent surf conditions and easily accessible surf infrastructure, make it an attractive destination in the UK for beginner and intermediate surfers.